Vegan · Bethnal Green
Tucked inside the St. Margarets House arts centre in Bethnal Green, Gallery Cafe is a fully vegan spot that's become a favourite pit-stop for families visiting the nearby Young V&A — and it's worth the short walk. The menu runs from salads and pasta to cakes and drinks, and the staff have a reputation for being genuinely warm and welcoming. It's well set up for little ones, with highchairs, baby changing, buggy-friendly access, and both indoor and outdoor seating to spread out in.
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